Previewing the Pac-12

Oregon State Beavers

Oregon State finished at the bottom of the Pac 12 this year, but they have potential to jump a few teams, if the dominoes fall their way. First, Tres Tinkle needs to stay healthy. Tinkle was only able to play in six games last season, but he led the team with 20 ppg and 8 rpg in that time. If Tinkle can stay healthy, Stephen Thompson Jr, Drew Eubanks and Jaquori McLaughlin return to join him. All of them averaged double digits last season.

If what’s returning doesn’t excite fans, then maybe the addition of Shooting Guard Ethan Thompson will. Ranked #39 by ESPN, Thompson is long, athletic and great in transition. He can make a big impact on this Beaver team. If luck is on the Beavers’ side, they will perform better this year.